Smart Golf: How to Simplify and Score Your Mental Game (The Jossey-Bass Psychology Series) - Tapa dura

"This terrific book offers the best of both worlds: practical tips and the latest scientific studies in the area of sport psychology. On top of this, it is fun to read. Readers can now track and score their mental game, giving golf addicts something else they won't be able to stop thinking about!" --Sean McCann, Ph.D., head of sport psychology, United States Olympic Committee "Smart Golf is one book players at any level of expertise should not miss. It combines the knowledge of a top teaching pro with the scientific-based principles of a sport psychologist who knows how to play the game. This unique combination provides the insights for a good read and a better game." --John M. Silva, Ph.D., professor, sport psychology, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and founding president, Association for the Advancement of Applied Sport Psychology "For the first time, a book that shows you how to put mind and technique together for winning performance! Begin using Smart Golf today and enjoy taking your game to a new level." --Shane Murphy, Ph.D., Chief Sport Psychologist, United States Olympic Committee (1987-1994), and president (1997-1999), American Psychological Association's Division of Exercise and Sport Psychology "With this book DeDe and Dan have provided golfers of all levels a clear plan of action. This is for anyone truly serious about improving their mental approach to the game." --Steve Patterson, head golf professional, Winnetka Golf Club, and two-time Illinois PGA Radix Cup Team Member

Gives players the inside track to improve their mental game and their scores For the first time, a book that shows you how to put mind and technique together for winning performance! Begin using Smart Golf today and enjoy taking your game to a new level.- Dr. Shane Murphy, Chief Sport Psychology, United States Olympic Committee (1987-1994) All golfers know the importance of their mental game. Smart Golf is the first book to translate the mental aspect of playing golf into a simple format that golfers at all skill levels can actually use. In this innovative new book, pro-trainer DeDe Owens and sports psychologist Dan Kirschenbaum join forces to give you the inside track on improving not only your mental game, but also your scores. The authors use the acronym PAR (Plan-Apply-React) to summarize the key elements of smart golf. Applying scientifically researched and field-tested principles of sport psychology, Smart Golf presents state-of-the-art techniques for focus, relaxation, self-regulation, anxiety and stress management, and performance enhancement.